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2024 BMW X2 xDrive28i - Review by David Colman

2024 BMW X2 xDrive28i - Review by David Colman

The performance sleeper of the year Photos and Story by David Colman Special Correspondent THE AUTO CHANNEL When a vehicle's mundane appearance masks its true performance potential, enthusiasts call it a "sleeper." That term perfectly describes BMW's somnolent looking X2. This fastback version of BMW's compact X1 SUV w ... Continue reading

Where Do Bicycle Accidents Occur?

Where Do Bicycle Accidents Occur?

According to the CDC, only 1% of all trips in the United States are taken by bicyclists, yet they account for more than 2% of people dying on the roads involving motor vehicles. ... Continue reading

Goodyear Announces Sale of Dunlop Brand to Sumitomo Rubber Industries

Goodyear Announces Sale of Dunlop Brand to Sumitomo Rubber Industries

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company ("Goodyear" or the "Company") today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell the Dunlop brand, comprising trademarks and intangible assets necessary for operations of the brand business in Europe, North America and Oceania for consumer, commercial and other specialt ... Continue reading

Cox Automotive's Car Buyer Journey Study Reveals Record High Satisfaction Among New and EV Buyers

Cox Automotive's Car Buyer Journey Study Reveals Record High Satisfaction Among New and EV Buyers

New-vehicle buyers reported a record 75% satisfaction rate with the overall shopping experience, with dealership satisfaction reaching a historic high of 81%. The EV market continues to lead in customer satisfaction, with 82% of new EV buyers stating that they are "highly satisfied" with the overall shopping experience ... Continue reading

Honda 0 Saloon and Honda 0 SUV Prototypes Make Global Debut at CES; Honda Announces New ASIMO Operating System

Honda 0 Saloon and Honda 0 SUV Prototypes Make Global Debut at CES; Honda Announces New ASIMO Operating System

Honda today presented the world premiere of the first two models in the company's new 0 Series line of battery electric vehicles at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) – the Honda 0 SUV and Honda 0 Saloon prototypes. ... Continue reading

Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America Unveils Cloud-Connected FLEXConnect System Powered by QNX & AWS Cloud at CES 2025

Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America Unveils Cloud-Connected FLEXConnect System Powered by QNX & AWS Cloud at CES 2025

Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America (MEAA) introduced FLEXConnect, latest in-cabin cockpit system, at CES 2025. FLEXConnect, which leverages QNX® software and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to enable cloud capabilities, utilizes real-time vehicle data to enhance driver safety and personalization. ... Continue reading

Auto Dealers Expect High Valuations in 2025 as Profits Normalize

Auto Dealers Expect High Valuations in 2025 as Profits Normalize

The 2024 Kerrigan Dealer Survey revealed that more than half (51%) anticipate that 2024 valuations will remain at elevated levels into 2025, while 17% foresee an increase in valuations. ... Continue reading

6 Compelling Reasons Why People Love Ebikes

6 Compelling Reasons Why People Love Ebikes

Ebikes, a modern twist on traditional cycling, have swiftly risen in popularity, offering a harmonious mix of convenience, sustainability, and enjoyment. ... Continue reading

Smart Eye Showcases Next-Generation Automotive Innovations at CES 2025

Smart Eye Showcases Next-Generation Automotive Innovations at CES 2025

GOTHENBURG, Sweden--Smart Eye, the global leader in Human Insight AI, is returning to CES 2025 with a comprehensive lineup of AI solutions to advance in-cabin safety, personalization, and vehicle intelligence. From January 7-10, visitors to Booth #3840 in the West Hall will have the opportunity to see the Nissan Ariya, ... Continue reading

Cox Automotive's 2025 Outlook: Market Growth, Improving Affordability, and Higher Buyer Satisfaction Expected in Year Ahead

Cox Automotive's 2025 Outlook: Market Growth, Improving Affordability, and Higher Buyer Satisfaction Expected in Year Ahead

Cox Automotive forecasts a positive economic outlook for 2025, with new-vehicle sales expected to reach 16.3 million units, a 3% increase from 2024. Electrified vehicle sales will grow further in the year ahead, accounting for one out of every four vehicles sold in 2025. ... Continue reading

OFFICIAL NHTSA WEEKLY RECALLS SUMMARY - January 6, 2025

OFFICIAL NHTSA WEEKLY RECALLS SUMMARY - January 6, 2025

Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Auto News Wrapup, Week Of December 29-January 3, 2025

Nutson's Auto News Wrapup, Week Of December 29-January 3, 2025

America's Longest Running Internet Automotive Interactive Column Every Sunday Larry Nutson, The Chicago Car Guy and Auto Channel Executive Producer, with able assistance from senior Detroit editor Thom Cannell from The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau, compile The Auto Channel's ... Continue reading

Lexus, Mazda, Toyota And A Bit Of Lotus In This Months Letter From Europe

Lexus, Mazda, Toyota And A Bit Of Lotus In This Months Letter From Europe

Letter From Europe By Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel Dear Reader, it was quite scary for a few minutes... The car-a Lexus UX300 h F sport did something no other car or truck has ever done in my 50 year career as an automotive journalist. Incredible as it may sound it took me to higher ground quick ... Continue reading

Recalls by car brand - 2024

Recalls by car brand - 2024

BizzyCar End of Year Recall Report Shows 27 Million Vehicles Recalled in 2024, Tesla Leading in Recalls for the Year, and a Turn Around Story for Ford ... Continue reading

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